Please Explain
A daily podcast hosted by Tory Maguire, National Editor, and regular contributors. We cut through the noise and give you insight into the stories that drive the nation.
Hear directly from some of the most experienced journalists in the country such as David Crowe, Peter Hartcher, Adele Ferguson and Stephen Bartholomeusz.
We cover the biggest news events in national affairs, from federal politics, to the COVID-19 pandemic, the state of the economy, and more.
Latest Episodes
Please Explain podcast: police state, the future of life in Hong Kong
In this episode, national editor Tory Maguire is joined by China correspondent Eryk Bagshaw to discuss the unrest in Hong Kong over China's new security laws and how it may affect our diplomatic relations with China.
Please Explain podcast: can entertainment survive coronavirus curtain call?
In this episode, national editor Tory Maguire is joined by senior culture writer Nathanael Cooper to discuss the future of the Sydney Theatre Company and the now-bankrupt Cirque du Soleil.
Please Explain podcast: why is Australia investing in new weapons technology?
In this episode, Sunday Age editor David King is joined by foreign affairs and national security correspondent Anthony Galloway to discuss Prime Minister Scott Morrison's new defence strategy and how it will impact on Australia.
Please Explain podcast: 'Culture of poor leadership', war crimes in Afghanistan admitted
In this episode, national editor Tory Maguire is joined by investigative journalist Nick McKenzie to discuss Major General Findlay's admission of troop misconduct in Afghanistan and the Brereton report into SAS misconduct that's due to be delivered in the coming weeks.
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